3M 371 Data Sheet
3M 371 Data Sheet
Complete Product Specifications
Explore the technical details, performance characteristics, and applications of 3M™ Scotch® Industrial Box Sealing Tape 371.
Product Overview
3M 371 Scotch® Box Sealing Tape is an industrial packaging tape used for box sealing, splicing, and other packaging applications. It features a conformable backing and a consistent pressure-sensitive hot melt synthetic rubber adhesive system.
- Adheres instantly to a variety of surfaces.
- Edge tear and split resistance.
- Good adhesion to fiberboard.
- Roll-to-roll consistency increases productivity.
Technical Specifications
| Attribute | Test Method | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Color | Blue, clear, green, orange, red, tan, yellow, and white | |
| Adhesive Type | Pressure-sensitive hot melt rubber-resin | |
| Backing | Biaxially oriented polypropylene | |
| Backing Thickness | ASTM D3652 | 0.03 mm (1.2 mil) |
| Total Tape Thickness | ASTM D3652 | 0.046 mm (1.8 mil) |
| 180° Peel Adhesion | ASTM D3330 | 43.8 N/100mm (40.0 oz/in) |
| Elongation at Break | ASTM D3759 | 160% |
| Tensile Strength (Machine Direction) | ASTM D3759 | 385 N/100mm (22 lb/in) |
| Tensile Strength (Cross Direction) | ASTM D3759 | 771 N/100mm (44 lb/in) |
| Holding Power | ASTM D3654 | 3,500+ min |
3M 371 Handling and Application
Application of Scotch® Box Sealing Tape 371 is most easily accomplished at room temperature. At colder temperatures (approaching 32°F or 0°C), the adhesive becomes firmer. Once applied, the tape performs well in normal shipping and storage environments.
3M 371 Storage and Shelf Life
Store under normal conditions of 4° to 27°C (40° to 80°F) and 40 to 50% relative humidity. For best performance, use within 18 months from the date of manufacture.
Available Sizes
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Core Size (ID) | 76.2 mm (3 in) |
| Standard Roll Length | 50, 100, 914, 1500 m (55, 109, 1000, 1641 yd) |
| Standard Width | 36, 42, 48, 72 mm (1.4, 1.7, 1.9, 2.8 in) |